Birch

At a Glance: Name: Birch – Meaning: the birch tree – Origin: English (nature name/surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BURCH

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Birch is a boy's name pronounced BURCH, taken directly from the birch tree. It's an English nature name that started out as a surname, which fits the free-spirited, boho, clean, modern, and outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel parents often reach for. The meaning is exactly what it looks like — the tree itself, nothing more.

Meaning & Origin of Birch

Meaning: The birch tree.

Origin: English (nature name/surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Birch

Phonetic: BURCH   IPA: /ˈbɜːrtʃ/

Popularity of Birch

Social Security records go back to 1913, when Birch ranked #2300 nationally with 7 babies given the name — and in the most recent data, 2023, it ranked #9873, also with 7 babies. Over that 110-year span, the name has stayed rare without disappearing.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1913–2023.

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FAQ

What does the name Birch mean?

The birch tree. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Birch)

How do you pronounce Birch?

Birch is pronounced BURCH (IPA: /ˈbɜːrtʃ/).

Is Birch a popular name right now?

Birch peaked at #2300 in 1913 and is ranked #9873 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2023.)

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